Pamela R Waller, BSN, RN
Cabot,AR
Summary
Dedicated and experienced registered nurse (RN) with a progressive career history in inpatient medical/surgical and outpatient procedures. Skilled in working within a fast-paced environment, maintaining composure under pressure, and effectively managing difficult patients and high-stress situations. Recognized for building strong relationships with patients and their families through empathetic communication, respect, and exceptional customer service. Ready to join a dynamic team and contribute to promoting appropriate care through the use of current evidence-based practices.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Arkansas Outpatient Surgery Center
2022.01 - Current
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures
- Collaborated with healthcare providers and internal staff to promote quality of care, cost effectiveness, accessibility, and appropriateness of service levels.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical records
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities
- Reviewed post-operative orders and continuously monitored patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids and oriented patients to unit
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock
2021.09 - 2021.12
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical records system
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to promote quality of care, cost effectiveness, accessibility and appropriateness oof service levels
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ09.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
State University, AR12.2020
Skills
Time Management, Microsoft Office, Excellent Oral & Written Communication, Strong Organization, Medical Terminology, Attention to Detail, Work Independently & Collaboratively, Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Self Motivation, EMR System
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse, Renew 04/30/26
- BLS-Basic Life Support Training, 12/14/22, 12/14/24
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Training, 12/14/22, 12/14/24
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Arkansas Outpatient Surgery Center
2022.01 - Current
Registered Nurse
Baptist Health Medical Center-North Little Rock
2021.09 - 2021.12
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Arkansas State University
- Licensed Registered Nurse, Renew 04/30/26
- BLS-Basic Life Support Training, 12/14/22, 12/14/24
- ACLS-Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Training, 12/14/22, 12/14/24
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